Latest Driving & DMV Information Dec 2022, page 5

No one wants to be involved in a car accident. Unfortunately, accidents are a regular occurrence and many of them are caused by human errors. While there are drivers who do not realize the error of their ways, there are some who do and continue to make the same mistakes, oblivious to the dangers they face while driving. In 2016, the Center For Disease Control And Prevention reported over 2,350 teen fatalities and more than 280,000 injuries from an auto crash caused by human error. In other wo... Read More

Drowsy driving is the unhealthy combination of driving and fatigue or sleepiness and is common in the United States. The cause of drowsy driving is commonly attributed to sleep deprivation on the part of the driver, medications, alcoholism, untreated sleep disorders, and/or shift work. While falling asleep when driving is dangerous, being sleepy impairs your ability to drive safely even if you don’t fall asleep. Drowsiness can make you lose focus while on the road and slow down your reaction ... Read More

Anyone caught driving with a suspended driver’s license in California should not hope to receive an ordinary traffic ticket, as operating a motor vehicle while being aware that your license has been suspended is considered a serious traffic infraction. Getting arrested by a law enforcement officer for violating your suspension will lead to a misdemeanor charge that will permanently reflect on your record. California Law On Driving With A Suspended Or Revoked License In the year 2021, new traf... Read More

Californian laws treat DUI cases involving drivers under 21 just as seriously as any age group. However, the way such cases are dealt with is slightly more complicated than in regular cases. Drivers under 21 who are charged with DUI offenses in California are liable to face the same legal consequences as any adult 21 or over in the state. There’s also the possibility of facing additional penalties if you committed other offenses while intoxicated. Unfortunately, a DUI conviction can have seve... Read More

Driving and spotting a tornado might seem like a total nightmare, so it’s best to be prepared in case a tornado strikes. Many people seem to believe that staying in their vehicles is the best way to stay safe from a tornado. However, this can make you a stationary target for tornado winds and other sharp objects. Below is a list of things every driver should do when they come across tornadoes. Important Things You Should Know About Tornadoes According to the National Climatic Data Center, at ... Read More